Issuance,Marketing & Recharging Of RFID Tags


What is RFID Tag

Radio-frequency identification (RFID) Tagging is an ID system that uses small radio frequency identification devices for identification and tracking purposes. The Tag contains electronically stored information. An RFID tagging system includes the tag itself, a read/write device, and a host system application for data collection, processing, and transmission.
RFID tags that contain their own power source are known as active tags. Those without a power source are known as passive tags. A passive tag is briefly activated by the Radio Frequency (RF) scan of the RFID reader. The electrical current is small -- generally just enough for transmission of an ID number. Active tags have more memory and can be read at greater ranges.
Increasingly, RFID tagging is used as an alternative to bar code technology. Although more expensive to use than the bar code stickers, RFID tags don't get dirty or fall off or require an unobstructed line-of-sight between the tag and the reader.

What is FAS Tag

FAS Tag is a perfect solution for a hassle free trip on Highways. FASTag is presently operational at 180 toll plazas across national and state highways. More toll plazas will be brought under the FASTag program in the future.
FASTag is simple to use, reloadable tag which enables automatic deduction of toll charges and lets you pass through the toll plaza without stopping for the cash transaction. FASTag is linked to a prepaid account from which the applicable toll amount is deducted. The Tag employs Radio-frequency Identification (RFID) technology and is affixed on the vehicle's windscreen after the tag account is active.

Who can become the Point of Sale agent

Any person having a good social reputation and capable of working in the market can become Point of Sale Agents under RFID project, but preference would be given to those persons who are currently running/working as RTO agents, Car Dealers, Car Décors, Transporters, PUC Centers, Fueling Stations, Insurance Agents etc.

What are the Minimum Eligibility criteria

I) Must have basic knowledge of computers and its operations
II) Must have at least 1 laptop/Desktop, Printer, Biometric device
III) Should be capable of Investing minimum Rs.50,000/- or more

Who will be the target Customers

Any person (natural/artificial) who posses one or more 4 wheelers or more wheels vehicles (i.e Bus, Truck, 2/3/Multi Axle Vehicles, etc) can be the customer of the Point of Sale (POS) agent.

Benefits of using FASTag

FASTag affixed vehicles doesn't need to stop at the toll plaza for the cash transaction.
Customer doesn't need to worry about carrying cash for the toll payments.
Customer may recharge his tag account online through, Credit Card/ Debit Card/ NEFT/ RTGS or Net Banking.
Fast and Smooth flow of vehicles without any queues at Toll Plazas.
Reader and Tag communication does not require unobstructed line-of-sight between the tag and the reader.
Automatic scanning and data logging is possible without human intervention.
Provides high degree of security and authentication and is more difficult to counterfeit then a simple barcode.

How to Become POS agent apply

Any person who is interested in becoming the Point of Sale agent has to apply in a particular form after filling the necessary information and paying the requisite fees relating to it. After successful registration as POS agent by NICT, Now POS Agent has to procure market and sell the FASTag to the ultimate customers depending upon the customer’s vehicle class and category as provided by NICT.